Top Cannabis ETFs: Tracking Marijuana Trends and Long-Term Possibilities for 2023

Unveiling Promising Cannabis Investments through these ETFs

As the cannabis market grows, 2023 promises a potential picture for investors looking for the best cannabis Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs). Overall, with changing restrictions and rising legality, these ETFs have emerged as significant actors in the rapidly expanding cannabis industry.

Cannabis ETFs have grown in popularity because of their diverse portfolios, which include companies involved in cultivation, distribution, research, and ancillary services. As more regions embrace medical and recreational cannabis usage, the industry’s potential for significant expansion is clear. In addition, this increased acceptance supports investors’ expectations of long-term profitability.

Investors looking to profit from the cannabis industry’s upward trend are keeping a close eye on the performance of these ETFs. In general, the convergence of changing public views, regulatory advancements, and increasing markets adds to the attraction of these investment vehicles. As 2023 unfolds, the top cannabis ETFs will be ready to capitalize on the potential of this developing sector, providing investors with a means to participate in its intriguing journey.

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WeedWealth Watchlist: Exploring Top Cannabis ETFs for Long-Term Gains in 2023

  1. AdvisorShares Pure US Cannabis ETF (NYSEArca: MSOS)
  2. Amplify Growth Opportunities ETF (NYSEArca: CNBS)
  3. ETFMG Alternative Harvest ETF (NYSEArca: MJ)

The AdvisorShares Pure US Cannabis ETF (MSOS)

The AdvisorShares Pure US Cannabis ETF is the country’s first marijuana ETF. This top marijuana ETF invests significant assets and holdings in cannabis companies based in the United States. Vertically integrated multi-state US operators, well-known US cannabis REITs, CBD companies, organizations, firms, and hydroponic suppliers often own most of the ETF’s holdings.

Q2 2023 Portfolio Review

The portfolio’s top holdings in the largest multi-state operators (MSOs) remain highly concentrated. In addition, the top five holdings represented 58.5% of the portfolio at the end of the first quarter 2022, 66.8% of the portfolio by the end of the second quarter 2022, 73.5% of the portfolio by the end of the third quarter 2022, 81.3% of the portfolio at the end of the fourth quarter 2022, 78.66% of the portfolio at the end of the first quarter 2023, and 82.53% of the portfolio at the end of the second quarter 2023.

Top Holdings

  • GTBIF   GREEN THUMB INDUSTRIES SWAP REC          26.01%
  • CURLF  CURALEAF HOLDINGS INC SWAP REC 20.15%
  • VRNOF VERANO HOLDINGS CORP SWAP REC 11.88%
  • TCNNF TRULIEVE CANNABIS SWAP REC         10.98%
  • TRSSF  TERRASCEND CORP SWAP REC           9.57%
  • CRLBF  CRESCO LABS INC SWAP REC  7.61%
  • CCHWF            COLUMBIA CARE INC SWAP REC        2.93%
  • GLASF  GLASS HOUSE BRANDS           2.44%
  • JUSHF  JUSHI HOLDINGS INC SWAP REC        2.03%
  • AYRWF AYR WELLNESS INC REC          1.48%

MSOS Performance

MSOS ETF closed at $4.96 on August 17th, up 1.63% in the past three months of trading. This ETF is down 19.60% year to date, with a 52-week price range of $4.84-$14.5950.

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Amplify Seymour Cannabis ETF (CNBS)

The Amplify Seymour Cannabis ETF invests more than 80% of its assets in companies that profit from cannabis and hemp cultivation, providing investors with exposure to the global cannabis industry. Because of swaps, this cannabis ETF now has access to US MSOs.

Top Holdings

  • Invesco Shrt-Trm Inv Gov&Agcy Instl  AGPXX 20.11%
  • Tilray Brands Inc         TLRY    10.39%
  • Jazz Pharmaceuticals PLC       JAZZ     6.39%
  • GrowGeneration Corp GRWG 5.42%
  • WM Technology Inc Ordinary Shares – Class A           MAPS  5.02%
  • Cronos Group Inc        CRON  4.70%

CNBS Performance

On August 17th, the CNBS ETF finished at $3.8745, down 2.92% in the last month of trading. In this case, the ETF is down 24.66% year to date, with a 52-week price range of $3.66-$8.28.

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ETFMG Alternative Harvest ETF (MJ)

Alternative Harvest ETF was one of the first and largest cannabis-focused exchange-traded funds (ETFs). In addition, the MJ ETF’s current net asset value is $232.6 million. MJ, the first and only cannabis ETF with a US listing focused on the global cannabis business, remains one of the world’s largest. The MJ fund exposes investors to the legal, medical, and merger and acquisition activity in the cannabis business.

Top Holdings

Name  Symbol % Assets

  • ETFMG US Alternative Harvest ETF    MJUS   52.79%
  • ETFMG Sit Ultra Short ETF      VALT    8.89%
  • Tilray Brands Inc         TLRY    8.68%
  • SNDL Inc Ordinary Shares       SNDL   6.05%
  • Cronos Group Inc        CRON  5.42%
  • Chicago Atlantic Real Estate Finance Inc        REFI     2.97%
  • Aurora Cannabis Inc    ACB     2.75%
  • Canopy Growth Corp  WEED  2.33%
  • OrganiGram Holdings Inc        OGI      1.32%
  • High Tide Inc   HITI      1.24%

MJ Performance

MJ ETF closed on August 17th t at $3.04, down 4.14% in the last month’s trading. In this case, MJ ETF has a 52-week price range of $ 2.91-$6.635 and is down 28.65% year to date.

Investing In Marijuana ETFs In 2023

In general, in the dynamic realm of cannabis ETFs, strategic risk management remains paramount. While the industry’s potential is appealing, caution and diversification are required to reduce volatility. With a well-informed approach, investors may navigate the changing terrain and capitalize on long-term opportunities while limiting potential setbacks.

Overall, due diligence is becoming increasingly important as the cannabis industry evolves. Maintaining a stable investment trajectory may require balancing exposure to multiple industry areas and monitoring regulatory movements. Investors can best position themselves to benefit from the developing cannabis sector while efficiently managing associated risks by combining enthusiasm and prudence.


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